1992 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 875 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Bandeirante | Panda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
